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Mentally
strong people have healthy habits. They manage their emotions, thoughts, and
behaviors in ways that set them up for success in life. Check out these things
that mentally strong people don’t do so that you too can become more mentally
strong.

1. THEY DON’T WASTE TIME FEELING SORRY
FOR THEMSELVES

Mentally strong people don’t sit around feeling sorry about
their circumstances or how others have treated them. Instead, they take
responsibility for their role in life and understand that life isn’t always
easy or fair.

2. THEY DON’T GIVE AWAY THEIR POWER

They don’t allow others to control them, and they don’t give
someone else power over them. They don’t say things like, “My boss makes me
feel bad,” because they understand that they are in control over their own
emotions and they have a choice in how they respond.

3. THEY DON’T SHY AWAY FROM CHANGE

Mentally strong people don’t try to avoid change. Instead, they
welcome positive change and are willing to be flexible. They understand that
change is inevitable and believe in their abilities to adapt.

4. THEY DON’T WASTE ENERGY ON THINGS
THEY CAN’T CONTROL

You won’t hear a mentally strong person complaining over lost
luggage or traffic jams. Instead, they focus on what they can control in their
lives. They recognize that sometimes, the only thing they can control is their
attitude.

5. THEY DON’T WORRY ABOUT PLEASING
EVERYONE

Mentally strong people recognize that they don’t need to please
everyone all the time. They’re not afraid to say no or speak up when necessary.
They strive to be kind and fair, but can handle other people being upset if
they didn’t make them happy.

6. THEY DON’T FEAR TAKING CALCULATED
RISKS

They don’t take reckless or foolish risks, but don’t mind taking
calculated risks. Mentally strong people spend time weighing the risks and
benefits before making a big decision, and they’re fully informed of the
potential downsides before they take action.

7. THEY DON’T DWELL ON THE PAST

Mentally strong people don’t waste time dwelling on the past and
wishing things could be different. They acknowledge their past and can say what
they’ve learned from it. However, they don’t constantly relive bad experiences
or fantasize about the glory days. Instead, they live for the present and plan
for the future.

8. THEY DON’T MAKE THE SAME MISTAKES
OVER AND OVER

Mentally strong people accept responsibility for their behavior
and learn from their past mistakes. As a result, they don’t keep repeating
those mistakes over and over. Instead, they move on and make better decisions
in the future.

9. THEY DON’T RESENT OTHER PEOPLE’S
SUCCESS

Mentally strong people can appreciate and celebrate other
people’s success in life. They don’t grow jealous or feel cheated when others
surpass them. Instead, they recognize that success comes with hard work, and
they are willing to work hard for their own chance at success.

10. THEY DON’T GIVE UP AFTER THE FIRST
FAILURE

Mentally strong people don’t view failure as a reason to give
up. Instead, they use failure as an opportunity to grow and improve. They are
willing to keep trying until they get it right.

11. THEY DON’T FEAR ALONE TIME

Mentally strong people can tolerate being
alone and they don’t fear silence. They aren’t afraid to be alone with their
thoughts and they can use downtime to be productive. They enjoy their own
company and aren’t dependent on others for companionship and entertainment all
the time but instead can be happy alone.

12. THEY DON’T FEEL THE WORLD OWES THEM
ANYTHING

Mentally strong people don’t feel entitled to things in life.
They weren’t born with a mentality that others would take care of them or that
the world must give them something. Instead, they look for opportunities based
on their own merits.

13. THEY DON’T EXPECT IMMEDIATE RESULTS

Whether they are working on improving their health or getting a
new business off the ground, mentally strong people don’t expect immediate
results. Instead, they apply their skills and time to the best of their ability
and understand that real change takes time.

01) list Amy Morin as the author

02) Include a bio that says, "Amy Morin is a psychotherapist, keynote speaker, and the author of 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do, a bestselling book being translated in 23 languages 3) include a link to my website AmyMorinLCSW.com